castles for sale France (page 53)

Ref.3912 : Magnificent chateau for sale 30 km from Chambord. This exceptional castle is built in the Grande Sologne region, on the border of the wine-growing Sologne, the bocage plateaus of the Touraine Méridionale and the Berry. It stands in the middle of a private and preserved forest that is not disturbed by any easement. A village offering the first services and shops of necessity is 5.5 km away. Romorantin-Lanthenay, capital of the Sologne region and a resource town (SNCF train station), is 16 km away. The towns of Blois and Vierzon are respectively 35 km and 45 km from the property and have excellent road and rail links as well as a wide range of services. Built at the end of the 15th century by the architect Jacques de Persigny for Lord Philippe du Moulin as a reward for having saved the life of King Charles VIII during the Battle of Fornoue in 1495, this castle has a quadriform plan, surrounded by a moat and flanked by circular towers at each of its corners. It consists of two buildings, the dwelling and the manor house, which are accessed by a drawbridge, now dormant, defended by an entrance gatehouse with a postern and flanked by two towers. THE LODGE : With a living area of approx. 420sqm, the dwelling is arranged around a central stairway situated in the square tower. It spans 5 stories as follows: Ground floor: lounge with monumental stone fireplace, painted beams, dining room with monumental sculpted stone fireplace, chapel, pantry with service stairway to the basement; First floor: bedroom with adjoining bathroom and wc, library, toilet and wc; On the 2nd floor: 2 bedrooms with monumental stone fireplace and adjoining bathroom or toilet and wc; On the 3rd floor: corridor leading to 3 bedrooms, one of which has a cathedral ceiling, storage room, bathroom with toilet, separate toilet; In the basement: dining room, kitchen, boiler room, pantry with service staircase. THE MANOR : The manor house, although it has retained certain defensive elements from the Middle Ages such as crossbars, machicolations and barbicans, is betrayed by the presence of mullioned windows and worked dormers, which characterise a Renaissance residence. It is distributed as follows: Ground floor: library with fireplace, stone slab floor, spiral staircase in the tower, guard room with monumental stone fireplace and pointed ceiling, boiler room in the corner tower; 1st floor: bedroom, toilet with WC, bedroom with en-suite bathroom, other room in the tower. Second floor: above the entrance châtelet only: bedroom with fireplace, bathroom and toilet in the right tower of the châtelet; 3rd floor: above the entrance châtelet only: bedroom with cathedral roof, bathroom and toilet in the right tower of the châtelet. The outbuildings face the entrance châtelet and form a U-shaped courtyard. They comprise : A half-timbered, polychrome brick caretaker's cottage with flat tiles comprising: dining room, kitchen, 3 bedrooms, bathroom with toilet, another room with a single access from the outside. Above, attic with 3 rooms suitable for conversion. Basement under part. Water, electricity and heating by means of a wood-burning stove are present. A house known as the 'vegetable garden', built of bricks under tiles, comprising various rooms for storing equipment, vegetable store and garage. Attic above. Former stables with 6 stalls and a garage that could house several cars. Above, 9 bedrooms, most of which have a toilet, a bathroom. Electricity, water and heating are present in this building, but work will be necessary to make it habitable. Behind these 3 main buildings are : A building, housing fruit trees, a honey house and a laundry, adjoining the vegetable garden house. A laundry. An orangery. Harmoniously distributed around the castle, the grounds are mainly composed of forest and a few meadows that protect the site. Numerous paths and small private footpaths make it easy to stroll around. In the park, the vegetable garden with its numerous flowerbeds adds a more delicate dimension to the property. This beautiful ensemble perfectly illustrates the picture that is painted of our beloved Sologne as an undisputed reserve of biodiversity, which offers peace and serenity where one can escape in complete tranquillity between forests and waterholes. The whole, subject to a simple management plan, has a total surface area of almost 98.8 acres (40 hectares) in one piece, which is not disturbed by any easement. Cabinet LE NAIL – Loiret - Sologne – Mr Baudouin LE GRELLE: +33 (0)2.43.98.20.20

Erected more than 4 centuries ago in a dominant position over the town of Villefranche De Rouergue, this Renaissance period castle is the guardian of an architecture, heritage and history preserved over the centuries by the various owners. The 16th century part revolves around an interior courtyard and includes a tower at each corner, two staircases provide access to the floors: one starting from a tower and the other from the East wing. Annex buildings dating from the 19th century bring the floor area to approximately 7000m2 and include: a professional kitchen, dormitories, a boiler room, workshops, a chapel, all on a 6 hectare park. The Church has been its guardian since 1846, and brings this place to life which was once a school, a boarding school, a home. Today the character and the undeniable charm of this timeless work await a buyer who will be able to preserve the place while continuing to bring it to life. Many projects are possible: castle relay, weddings/receptions, hotel and culinary arts school, etc. for more information please contact 06 72 55 94 80.

Ref.3920 : French chateau for sale in the centre of France. This charming property is located on the border of the Indre and Cher departments, in the natural region of Berry, only 2h30 from Paris. It is built in a beautiful hilly and wooded environment out of sight. The main shops and services are 5.5 km (3 miles) away and Vierzon with its SNCF train station (Paris in 1.5 hours) is 15 minutes away. Motorway access is available in 10 minutes. Built at the beginning of the 19th century, this pleasant building consists of a central body flanked by two single-storey side pavilions. Two rectangular towers frame the building and give it a more substantial appearance. With a living area of approx. 575sqm, it is distributed as follows: On the ground floor: a vast entrance hall with a stairway and toilet, which leads to the right-hand side, a lounge (36sqm) with a ceiling height (HSP) of 3.66 m, a dining room (50sqm) (HSP 3 m), a kitchen and a scullery with a boiler room, storeroom and toilet. To the left is another lounge (3.45 m high) with adjoining study and in the tower a shower room and wc. On the first floor: 5 bedrooms, one of which is a master suite with its own anti bedroom, dressing room and bathroom/wc, 2 other bathrooms or showers and wc. On the second floor: a bedroom with its own shower room and wc, a large cinema or games room, a space with bathroom, sauna and hammam. The outbuildings are harmoniously distributed throughout the property and consist of : A guest house with open kitchen, living room and toilet. On the first floor, a bedroom with shower and toilet. This one is judiciously opened on the orangery which is used as a living room. Underfloor gas heating. In the extension a greenhouse with water, electricity and heating. A building facilitating the management of the property with a wood/mechanical workshop and storage. Above, a convertible attic. Adjacent to this, a shed housing 4 boxes with tack room, a henhouse and a garage for a tractor. Two sheds, one housing a garage and workshop, the other used for storage. The chateau is built in a magnificent park where nature is skilfully tamed. One finds there both the symmetry and the worked forms of the French park and the wilder and less rigorous aspect of the English park. This combination of landscapes, which extends over more than 19.76 acres (8 hectares), creates a theatre of greenery composed of boxwoods, water circuits, arched hedges, an English river and a rose garden, forming a veritable arboretum. A few meadows to let animals graze complete this ensemble, which is free of any rental. Cabinet LE NAIL – Loiret - Sologne – M. Baudouin LE GRELLE : +33 (0)2.43.98.20.20

This over 600 sqm mid 16th century property located in a village in the Alpes de Haute Provence area could create a perfect family home or a B&B/gite activity. Over 300 sqm of living space has been restored and for the rest the main structure is in very good condition. The majority of the roofing, plumbing and electricity is up to current standards. In each room the superb period features have been preserved and highlighted to create a unique character. The exterior includes a little garden, vaulted cellars, terraces and stone “calades”. For lovers of authenticity.

Located only 1 hour 10 minutes from Paris, this magnificent 19th century waterfront mansion sits discreetly alongside its hanging English garden overlooking the Yonne valley. The natural grounds present a remarkable heritage of many hundred-year-old trees, conferring on the site a sense of majesty and serenity. Pierre de Gondi Cardinal de Retz donated the site to the Capuchins in 1608; the convent was destroyed in 1791, and a wealthy Parisian built this south-facing residence in 1838, in accordance with the architectural tastes of the day in the capital. The pure lines of its windows project us into the surrounding countryside. The harmonious interior architecture, the ground floor reception rooms, the panoramic views and the pastel colors bring every flicker of light to life. Its elevator, its bathrooms and its energy performance make it the ideal main residence or holiday home. Thanks to its two levels of reception rooms at garden level and its potential for extension, the property could also be developed for business use (tourism or otherwise). Located in Burgundy, on the outskirts of Puisaye and the Othe forest, it presents delightful rural surroundings that are perfectly conducive to relaxation. A sumptuous property that will delight all lovers of hunting, sport, nature and swimming. View overlooking the valley. 10 minutes from Roncemay Golf Club.

Boasting an exceptional location in a peaceful and unspoiled setting 5km from Lake Geneva, 17km from Geneva and 70km from Annecy and Megève, this 13th century family château sits on over 5 hectares of magnificent leafy grounds (oaks, cedars, firs). This unique luxury property has been regularly renovated but has lost none of its period charm. Swimming pool with pool house and outdoor dining facilities. Tennis court and water feature.

Lyon (1h), Paris (2h TGV), Geneva (2h). Beaujolais. Old renovated farms facing Mont-Blanc, with a breathtaking 360° view. Hamlet develops 1 400 sqm of buildings: Residence (230 sqm), Artist's Residence (288 sqm), Gîte (105 sqm), Guest Rooms (130 sqm), Guardian's House (150 sqm), 12th century Chapel, Modern cuvage, Vaulted cellars, outbuildings. Contemporary and Old Stones welcome you with 11 bedrooms, 10 bathrooms, 4 kitchens. Swimming pool. Park 2 ha. Professional wine estate, with staff, equipment. 10 ha vineyard: Fleurie AOP, Chardonnay, Pinot and Gamay. Project for family, wine lover, tourism devleopper or teleworking. Ref.: BJ21608. Energy class: none.

72 kilometers from Paris, in a delightful rolling environment in the heart of the Vexin Normand and Epte Valley area. With a total of about 27 hectares of grounds including woodland and farmland, this remarkable Neo Gothic chateau is nestled in an elegant enclosed near 5-hectare park featuring majestic centennial trees and with a swimming pool, a pool house and a tennis court. Outbuildings offer further possible living space. The work of a student of Viollet-le-Duc, this true architectural gem boasts remarkable decorative features, and is in a very good state of maintenance both in the buildings and the sumptuous gardens thanks to meticulous work undertaken by the owners. The chateau is currently not listed of registered as a Monument Historique. 100-page file on request.

Ref. 3359 Golf course with 18 holes and Templar farm for sale in Seine-et-Marne This property is located South of the Seine et Marne, 1 hour from Paris, in the heart of the classified natural site of Orvanne Valley composed of hills, streams, valleys, and groves. 8km from Montereau, 25km from Fontainebleau and 30km from Sens. A village at 1,5km provides all shops and schools (kindergarten and primary)). High school at 10minutes (school bus) At 8km, all shops, services, high schools and train station (Paris - Gare de Lyon 1h). This domain of 98 hectares is in the same family for almost a century. The whole hilly land is in one piece, it includes an 18-hole golf course (on 53 hectares) on which s built a 12th C. Templar farm. The Templar farm (1.200sqm) Built back from the main road, the building is accessible by a private road (of about 300m) lined with lime trees. Former Templar farm whose origins date back to the 12th C., the buildings form a large square courtyard of 2.000sqm. The ensemble consists of a dozen buildings that used to be used as farm buildings and homes. The walls are made of exposed stone with lime plaster and the roof is in small tiles. It is pierced with two-sloped roof dormers. East Wing: Garage, dwelling (3 guest rooms) North Wing: Office/Golf reception, shop, garage and locker room. In its middle, a fortified gate gives access to the inner courtyard. West Wing: dwelling and dining rooms (restaurant) South Wing: large barn of 300sqm whose height under ridge allows the development of an additional level (or two) of the same surface area, tower, and various buildings. At the back, a large walled enclosure. The main house (280sqm) The floors are covered with paving, tiles, and parquet. On the ground floor: a large entrance serving on the left a living room with fireplace and on the right a dining room with fireplace. Going up three steps, a large kitchen, also accessible via a storage room and the technical room. Bathroom. An oak staircase leads to the first floor: there are 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. Bed and Breakfast Three comfortable bedrooms (beams, tiles and antique furniture) and a cottage. - A bedroom with a double bed and two single beds, bathroom, and toilets. - Two bedrooms with a double bed and a single bed, bathroom, and toilets. - A furnished cottage with dining room with open kitchen. A bedroom with a double bed, a living room with sofa bed and a bathroom with toilets. The Club House - Restaurant Two dining rooms (80 seats), bar, veranda, terrace, professional kitchen, and reserves. Two meeting rooms upstairs including a mezzanine. The pro-shop A beautiful shop offering men's and women's clothing from the best sportswear brands. All golfer's accessories and gear: a wide range of balls, gloves, shoes, bags, and clubs. On a plot of 131 acres extends an 18-hole golf course (5880 meters / 72) designed by architects Patrick Fromanger and Mark Adam and realized in 1988. The ensemble alternates wooded parts with beautifully maintained vegetation and more open and hilly areas with wide fairways. A water supply is made by an irrigation system from a pond bordering a stream on the field, thus offering a green appearance throughout the course. Trees and water are the major difficulties of the course, the greens are defended by large bunkers. A training zone for small games with approach green and a practice (30 driving-range mats, 10 of them are covered). Two putting-greens, including one in front of the Clubhouse terrace. A pitch and putt can offer a nice place of relaxation and affordable for beginners, but also an excellent training ground for good players. A warehouse concealed by the vegetation makes it possible to store the maintenance equipment and maintenance. A secure room (caddy master) for guarding bags and carts. Of the 111 acres cultivated in cereal crops, the largest plot is along the return of the golf course and could perfectly accommodate a second course of 9 or 18 holes. Total surface area: 247 acres (100ha 33a 86ca). To our knowledge, it is the only active golf course for sale in Paris area. Located in a very pleasant natural environment, the golf is at only 30 minutes from Fontainebleau and is accessible from Paris by the A5 or A6 Motorways in less than an hour and a half. The perfectly maintained domain, with its golf, its remarkable building, its facilities (restaurant and shop), is perfectly operational and works very well in this state. There is still a great potential for development: more rooms (even hotel construction), spa, tennis, swimming pool, the possibility of a second golf course... A rare offer for an enthusiast with means, who would like to develop here an exceptional resort with sport, leisure, and lifestyle. Cabinet LE NAIL – Ile-de-France – Mrs. Juliette PERRIN : +33 (0)2.43.98.20.20

Ref.2554 : Beautiful chateau from early 19th century for sale near Poitiers. This property for sale is located in the Vienne department near the city of Poitiers (motorway, TGV) in the countryside and in a nice hilly and wooded site edged by a river. The chateau ( from the early 19th century) built in a U-shape probably early 19th century in an older fief comprises a ground floor (large lobby decorated with a neogothic style, sitting room, dining room, study, chapel, kitchen, main and secondary staircases, laundry room, boiler room and lavatories.), a first floor (a hallway leads to 8 bedrooms and 7 bathrooms with lavatories) and former staff rooms and convertible attics on top. The main rooms are bright and there remained beautiful original decorative features such as parquet floors, stone tiles, mouldings, sculpted fireplaces, stuccos, painted ceilings ... Total living space: 6,458 sq ft (not counting the attic). Beautiful set of outbuildings with 5-room-caretaker' s lodge (central heating), horse stables, saddlery, former laundry room and stables, orangery, barn and farmyard. Pool. A partly enwalled orchard, meadows, woods going down to the river and a beautiful park complete this nice homogeneous property. All in about 24 acres. Cabinet LE NAIL – Poitou-Charentes – Mr Godefroid COLLEE: +33 (0)2.43.98.20.20

Auction on Thursday, June 20, 2019, at 2 PM, Tribunal de Bergerac. Exceptional property in Périgord: a 15th-century castle, ISMH classified tower, a manor overlooking a French garden, an orangery, and outbuildings. Starting bid: €1,800,000 with the option to lower to €1,500,000, additional fees. Visit scheduled for Wednesday, June 5, 2019, from 2:30 PM to 4:30 PM. Information on the website chastres.comThis description has been automatically translated from French.